How Fast Can You Warm Up A Hypothermic Patient?

‘Tis the season to see hypothermic patients again! The optimal way to warm them up has been debated for years. A number of very interesting techniques have been devised. Ever wonder how fast / effective they are?

I’ve culled data from a number of sources, and here is a summary what I found. And of course, the disclaimer: “your results may vary.”

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9 Tips To An Effective PIPS Program

Trauma System News interviewed me and produced this eBook on how to establish, build, and manage an effective Performance Improvement and Patient Safety program. Click the image above to visit their site and download your copy!

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